National Textile Museum, Kuala Lumpur

Name: National Textile Museum
Address: No 26 Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, Kuala Lumpur, 50050, Malaysia
Telephone: +60 3-2694 3457

#47 among attractions in Kuala Lumpur

Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum

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Facts and practical information

The National Textile Museum is a museum in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The museum is open daily from 9am to 6pm, free admission. ()

Local name: Muzium Tekstil NegaraOpened: 2010 (14 years ago)Coordinates: 3°8'48"N, 101°41'38"E

Address

No 26 Jalan Sultan HishamuddinBukit Bintang (Merdeka Square)Kuala Lumpur 50050 Malaysia

Contact

+60 3-2694 3457

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Kuala Lumpur

Day trips

National Textile Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Central Market, National Mosque, Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park, Sultan Abdul Samad Building.

~520 ftSE
Vibrant shopping and arts destination
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~1890 ftS
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National Mosque, Kuala Lumpur
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~1860 ftW
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Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park, Kuala Lumpur
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~730 ftNE
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Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur
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~1070 ftNE
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6 min walk • Nestled at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak Rivers, the Jamek Mosque stands as an architectural jewel in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Officially named Masjid Jamek Sultan Abdul Samad, this mosque is one of the oldest Islamic places of worship in the city...
~170 ftN
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~520 ftNW
Historic square with an iconic flagpole
Merdeka Square, Kuala Lumpur
3 min walk • Merdeka Square is a square located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is situated in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Literally Independence Square, it was formerly known as the Selangor Club Padang or simply the "Padang" and was used as the cricket green of the Selangor Club.
~1390 ftN
Landmark Anglican cathedral since 1895
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0.5 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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~960 ftNW
Private club with sports and dining
Royal Selangor Club, Kuala Lumpur
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~1310 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Entertainment
Panggung Bandaraya DBKL, Kuala Lumpur
7 min walk • Panggung Bandaraya DBKL is a historical theatre hall located across the Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, at the junction of Jalan Tun Perak and Jalan Raja. Construction began in 1896 and was completely finished in 1904. The theatre formerly occupies the historic Old City Hall of Kuala Lumpur.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Textile Museum open?

National Textile Museum is open:

Monday 9 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 6 pm
Thursday 9 am - 6 pm
Friday 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday 9 am - 6 pm
Sunday 9 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to National Textile Museum?

Nearby attractions include Music Museum, Kuala Lumpur (1 min walk), National History Museum, Kuala Lumpur (1 min walk), Queen Victoria Fountain, Kuala Lumpur (2 min walk), Leboh Pasar Besar, Kuala Lumpur (2 min walk).

How to get to National Textile Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Textile Museum:

Bus

Merdeka Square 22 • Lines: Green (2 min walk)
Dayabumi • Lines: Red (3 min walk)

Light rail

Masjid Jamek • Lines: Ag, Kj, Sp (7 min walk)
Pasar Seni • Lines: Kj (8 min walk)

Metro

Pasar Seni • Lines: 9 (9 min walk)
Merdeka • Lines: 9 (17 min walk)

Train

Bank Negara (14 min walk)
Maharajarela (17 min walk)